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Popeyes chicken nuggets Calories

Fast-food breaded fried chicken nuggets; high in protein with moderate-to-high fat and sodium.

CALORIES

296kcal

52low

POTASSIUM

240mg

FIBER

1.1g

Popeyes chicken nuggets Nutrition Facts

Selected: 100 g

296

KCAL / 100G

Carbs

16.5g

· 23%

Protein

17.8g

· 24%

Fat

17.2g

· 53%

Fiber

1.1g

Popeyes chicken nuggets Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

6.4mg · 40% DV

0.34mg · 20% DV

0.85mg · 17% DV

Biotin

5µg · 17% DV

Minerals

Selenium

18µg · 33% DV

Sodium

640mg · 28% DV

Phosphorus

185mg · 26% DV

Zinc

1mg · 9% DV

Popeyes chicken nuggets Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

Low

0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

8.6

Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

Is Popeyes chicken nuggets Processed?

NOVA 4

Ultra-Processed

1. Unprocessed

2. Minimally Processed

3. Processed

4. Ultra-Processed

NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.

Does Popeyes chicken nuggets Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten yes

Dairy free

Eggs yes

Peanuts free

Tree nuts free

Fish free

Soy free

Sesame free

Which Diets Is Popeyes chicken nuggets Good For?

Vegan

— Not suitable

Vegetarian

— Not suitable

Gluten-Free

— Not suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

— Not suitable

Paleo

— Not suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

— Not suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Popeyes chicken nuggets Fat Profile

SATURATED

3.6g

MONOUNSATURATED

7.1g

POLYUNSATURATED

3.8g

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Omega 6:3 ratio 68:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (68:1).

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Popeyes chicken nuggets — Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories are in Popeyes chicken nuggets?

Popeyes chicken nuggets contain 296 calories per 100 g. A 100 g serving also provides 17.8 g of protein, 16.5 g of carbohydrates, and 17.2 g of fat.

Do Popeyes chicken nuggets contain gluten or eggs?

Yes, Popeyes chicken nuggets contain gluten and eggs. They are not suitable for people with gluten or egg allergies.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.